Torticollis (cont.)
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Rick Kulkarni, MD
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Ruben Olmedo, MD
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Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
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James Ungar, MD
IN THIS ARTICLETorticollis TreatmentTreatment for torticollis is targeted to relax the contracted neck muscles involved. These treatments include medication, physical devices, botulinum toxin, and surgery. In most people, torticollis resolves in several days to a few weeks. A few people will develop continuing neck problems for months to years. Persistent neck muscle spasms may require referral to a neurologist or surgeon. Viewer Comments & ReviewsTorticollis - TreatmentThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What treatment did you receive for your torticollis? |
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Torticollis (from the Latin torti, meaning twisted and collis, meaning neck) manifests as involuntary contractions of the neck muscles, leading to abnormal postures and movements of the head.
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